Thailand Teaching Volunteers

Minimum age

Minimum 18 years, maximum decided on potential participants’ health. Please be prepared that you may be working with volunteers of all ages.

 

Accommodation

You will be staying in one of several shared volunteer houses in a twin share room. Each house has self catering facilities including a hob, sink, toaster, kettle, fridge and utensils.

 

Meals

Meals are not included in the programme, however, eating out is incredibly cheap in Thailand. It is just a short walk to one of the many local restaurants where a meal can be purchased for as little as 100 baht (around £1.80).

 

Orientation

On arrival at your project location your project coordinator will help you settle in to your accommodation before going for evening drinks on the famous Khao San Road. The following day you will be taken on a tour of Bangkok and the local area as well having a welcome meal so you can get to know your fellow volunteers. Your guide will also talk you through your volunteer schedule.

 

The following day you will be travelling to Surin in the north of the country, departing from Bangkok mid-morning you will travel by train to Surin which will take approximately 7 hours. On arrival you will be taken for some food and another orientation at the Surin volunteer base.

 

In the morning of day 4 you will be able to experience Thai Culture as you visit one of the nearby temples where you will have the opportunity of giving alms to monks, this will be followed by a welcome ceremony at the temple where a blessing, bracelet and holy water will be given. Later on in the day you will begin your volunteer work.

 

All project staff work closely with volunteers and are always on hand to answer any questions that you may have.
 

Advice & Safety

Throughout your programmes you will have the support and guidance of the programme co-ordinator and team. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay.

 

You will be assigned a personal travel advisor who will co-ordinate your programme with you. Feel free to contact them at any time before you go, or when you are on your travels.

 

In addition, you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you can contact one of our UK staff at any time should you need to.